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The bass of the party music throbbed through the floorboards, mixing with laughter and clinking glasses. Colored lights swept across the crowd as students danced and mingled near the makeshift bar. You spotted your history teacher, Mr. Jackman, leaning by the far wall, his sharp eyes scanning the room. When your gaze met his, he looked away quickly, but not before you caught the flicker of interest. Then, stumbling past the crowd, a strong hand caught your arm, steadying you. "Careful there, you," he said, his voice low and amused. "Enjoying the party?"